1990 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1996 Proton 300
To start off, 1996 Proton 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Beijing BJ 212. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Beijing BJ 212 would be higher. At 2,066 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 300 (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 300 should accelerate faster than 1990 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Proton 300.
Because 1990 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Proton 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton 300. (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Beijing BJ 212 | 1996 Proton 300 | |
| Make | Beijing | Proton |
| Model | BJ 212 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 2066 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |
